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President Zuma signs ten bills into law

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President Zuma signs then bills into law: President Jacob Zuma has today, 11 January 2017, signed the following ten Bills into law. Taxation Laws Amendment Act The main purpose of the Bill is to amend certain provisions of various Acts related to the Taxations Laws Amendment Act including, amongst others, Transfer Duty Act, 1949; Estate Duty Act, 1955; Customs and Excise Act, 1964; Value-Added Tax Act, 1991; Skills Development Levies Act, 1999, Unemployment Contributions Act, 2002; Securities Transfer Tax Act, 2007; Mineral and Petroleum Resources Royalty Act, 2008; Employment Tax …

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Another New Year: 2017 – Featured Blog

Today's posts from our featured Port Elizabeth Blogger: Another New Year: 2017: Ill 10 years 4 months | Physical Advantage CBD / Mental Advantage CBD (C) 2017 Edward C Lunnon I have not written or spoken for a long while now. Let me not try and find any reason for this other than just being absolutely forthright. I have been struggling to keep the pieces together. So much has happened in the last few months and I have not been able to stay on top of it. Mentally, things are going awry. Physically, my body is taking a pounding. Psychologically, I am not coping. Emotionally, I am in a dark …

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Motherwell Tracing Operations Lead to Multiple Arrests

On 09 January 2017 Port Elizabeth's Motherwell Cluster Hijacking Task Team and the detectives of all the Motherwell stations conducted a special tracing operation from 21:00 to 05:00. The team concentrated on serious crimes following a recent spate of house breakings and robberies in the cluster. In the process 67 houses were searched and 20 suspects arrested for crimes ranging from attempted murder, assault GBH and house robbery to unlawful possession of fire arms and ammunition. During the operation two suspects were arrested after being found in possession of a 38 special revolver. In …

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Gomery Place House Robbery Suspect Arrested

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Port Elizabeth: It is alleged that at about 09:30 this morning, the owner of a house in Gomery Place Summerstrand had surprised an intruder who was busy packing household items into a bag. The woman screamed and the suspect grabbed her by her arm. The 57 year old woman’s husband who was in the outbuilding rushed in and confronted the suspect who was making a hasty exit. A scuffle ensued between the two men and the complainant succeeded in overpowering the man. Police was summoned and the 38 year old suspect from New Brighton was arrested and detained on a charge of house robbery. …

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Bethelsdorp Attempted Murder Suspects Arrested

Port Elizabeth: Two suspects aged 21 and 26 years old were arrested last night (10 January @ 19h45) for an alleged shooting incident which took place earlier in the day in Arcadia Bethelsdorp. It is alleged that on Tuesday, 10 January 2017 at about 09:45, the complainant (46 years) and his passenger (33) were driving in Rensburg Street, Arcadia. As they drove over a speed hump, they noticed four men in front of them with firearms in their hands. The men started shooting at the complainant. The complainant and his passenger got out of the car and ran away. Several gunshots were fired into …

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Clear parameters needed on suspension of Dr Beyers Naudé Municipal Manager

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Dear MyPE The Council in Dr Beyers Naudé Municipality yesterday resolved that the controversial Municipal Manager, Martin Noel Pietersen, be suspended. The DA calls on the Council to set clear parameters for the suspension of the Municipal Manager. Mr Pietersen must not be allowed to drag the matter of his appeal on for an indefinite period of time and cripple service delivery in the process. The municipality cannot afford to be without a full-time, focussed, dedicated administrative head. Mr Pietersen was appointed Municipal Manager of Dr Beyers Naudé Municipality in 2016 after the …

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Coach Davids Reports on Southern Kings Progress

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Southern Kings Coach, Deon Davids chats to Chumani Bambani on 10 January 2017 ahead of the start of the Super Rugby Season. "We were fortunate this year to start a bit earlier, unfortunately a bit later with the contracts but still ahead of where we were last year in preparation," said Davids. Davids is happy with the teams higher level of fitness having benefited from some intense pre-season coaching that has laid the foundation to hopefully overcome the situation with last season's players running out of steam in the last 20 minutes of each game. "We were lucky to put together a …

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Michael Giles’ Journey from a 7 foot Dinghy to a 74 foot Yacht

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Son of Port Elizabeth, Michael Giles grew up sailing an Optimist Dinghy on the banks of the Swartkops River, Redhouse. Giles cut his teeth on the 7 foot 9 inch craft tacking back and forth and learning how brutal the tides could be to progress against them. Michael went on to represent South Africa at two Optimist National events and secure South African Sailing Colours twice in a Laser Dinghy. The highlight of his sailing career was representing South Africa as part of Team Shosholoza campaigning for the oldest sporting trophy in the the world - The Americas Cup. Presently Giles is …

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First Choice summer custard campaign launches

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As an extension of its winter Pour Your Heart Out campaign, First Choice custard is pouring its heart out this summer and giving its consumers the chance to win a number of cash prizes. The second year in a row for this campaign, First Choice is running a cash-prize competition for shoppers who purchase any First Choice Custard product and promoting in-store, on-pack, print advertising and social media. With the creative for the campaign created by Boomtown designed to catch the attention of all South Africans looking for a summer surprise, the campaign is running to the end of January …

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Media briefing by the Minister of Police and the Acting National Commissioner of the SAPS regarding countrywide Safer Festive season operations: 12 January 2017

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Media briefing by the Minister of Police and the Acting National Commissioner of the SAPS regarding countrywide Safer Festive season operations: 12 January 2017: The Minister of Police, Mr Nkosinathi Nhleko cordially invites members of the news media to attend a media briefing on Thursday, 12 January 2017 at 11:00 at GCIS in Pretoria. During the briefing, Minister Nhleko and the Acting National Commissioner of the South African Police Service, Lieutenant General Khomotso Phahlane, will announce the outcome of the Safer Festive Season policing operations which were conducted nationally …

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A positive outlook on a tough year for business

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According to National Treasury, the GDP growth rate is forecasted at an estimated 1.3% for 2017. The outlook points to a tough year ahead for business; however, there are a few trends that promise a positive narrative for businesses during the year. "It isn't all doom and gloom: Yes, the economy is slowing - however businesses that want to gain any wins in the market place in 2017 will have to operate in a more astute manner" says Dr. Yudhvir Seetharam, Head of Analytics at FNB. Seetharam shared his outlook on a few trends in various industries that we can expect in 2017. Growth in …

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So, Sean has left home! – Featured Blog

Today's posts from our featured Port Elizabeth Blogger: So, Sean has left home!: Ill 10 years 4 months | Physical Advantage CBD / Mental Deuce (C) 2017 Edward C Lunnon So, he has left home not because he’s angry or because he’s had enough or because I’ve angered him (at least I hope not). He’s left home because the time has come for the chicken to leave the nest. Funnily, just the other day I attended a meeting where the discussion was about the impact on the world economy because children worldwide are leaving home later and later in life. Sean is 25 this year and …

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PE in the news: 7 Unexpected Things You Need To Know Before Booking Your Safari In South Africa

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7 Unexpected Things You Need To Know Before Booking Your Safari In South Africa: See Also: This Is The One Restaurant You Have To Eat In, In Port Elizabeth, South Africa I never feel like I need 30 minutes to get ready usually but on safari, you probably will. You’ll need to dollop on that sunscreen and insect repellant; not to ... Source: "Port Elizabeth" - BingNews. Weather Update: Thunderstorms and fire danger warnings issued for SA: Click here to see the specific forecast for your city Along the coast, Cape Town will reach a high of 27°C, while both Durban on the East Coast and Port …

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Randall Jonas appointed NMMU Business School Director

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Randall Jonas appointed NMMU Business School Director: Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University is pleased to welcome Dr Randall Jonas on board as the new Business School Director. Dr Jonas, who assumed duty yesterday (9 January 2016), brings with him a wealth of business and education experience to NMMU. He is also no stranger to the University, having previously served on the NMMU Council and NMMU Trust with distinction, and is currently President of NMMU Alumni Association. Source: NMMU News Latest News. …

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King Williams Town news: Bumper holiday season

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Bumper holiday season: “You could hardly find accommodation in that week and this includes King William’s Town and Mdantsane,” she said. Wild Coast Reservations travel consultant Carole van der Berg reported a “bumper season” for coastal hotels from Haga Haga to Mboty Source: "King Williams Town" - BingNews. Eastern Cape teachers in call for crisis talks: During a media briefing in King William’s Town yesterday, the department of transport revealed that despite a slight increase in the number of pupils benefiting from the scholar transport programme, once again thousands will be left out …

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